The United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) is seeking a skilled and experienced candidate for the dynamic role of Assessment Manager. This position focuses on the rapidly evolving field of digital technology, with a particular focus on artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.

If you have a passion for quality, a solid background in conformity assessment, and an interest in digital technology, this is an incredible opportunity to shape the future of accredited conformity assessment in the UK.

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Be customer-focused with excellent interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills;
• Have relevant hands-on experience, broad knowledge of the digital sector, and a good understanding of modern quality management systems in organisations;
• Have experience in organisational auditing or assessment;
• Be educated to degree level (desirable, but not essential). Practical experience in a relevant discipline will also be considered.

The Role

This role promises to be both engaging and rewarding, offering a unique opportunity to serve the public interest with the world's leading accreditation body. It provides a chance to make a significant impact within a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation.

The Assessment Manager is the key focal point for our customers. You’ll be expected to meet their reasonable accreditation expectations with objectivity, diligence, and excellent customer service.

The Assessment Manager will also be responsible for:

• Selecting assessment teams
• Establishing the assessment approach
• Leading the assessment and coordinating the team
• Collating and reporting each assessment
• Progressing each assessment project from start to finish

This is a home-based position that involves extensive travel, mainly within the UK, with frequent overnight stays.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: Fostering a Culture of Belonging

UKAS is proud to be the United Kingdom’s sole Accreditation Body. We wouldn’t be able to do what we do without a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds, and experiences. UKAS is committed to promoting a culture of belonging and values the differences and uniqueness that everyone brings to the organisation.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, circumstances, and identities to support our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) commitments.

Assessment Manager - Job Description

The role of an Assessment Manager